Dua Lipa’s Desert Detour with pumA: Speed, Style, and the Return of an Icon
There’s something irresistible about a road trip with no set destination—just open skies, a classic ride, and a playlist that never misses. For Dua Lipa, that’s the whole vibe of her latest escapade, where she trades backstage passes for backroads and lets her footwear do the talking. Spoiler: it's all about the PUMA Speedcat.
This isn’t your polished, curated travel diary. It’s dusty diner booths, neon motel signs, and roadside charm with a side of adrenaline. Dua Lipa, ever the rule-breaker, kicks off a new chapter of her desert drive with the kind of energy that feels raw and unfiltered. She’s not here to follow directions—she’s here to make the journey her own, one spontaneous detour at a time.
Enter the Speedcat: her trusty co-pilot through the heat haze and beyond. Originally born on the racetrack, the Speedcat has always carried a certain edge—a low-slung, no-frills silhouette inspired by Formula One footwear, built for both speed and street smarts. But 2024 marked a new era for this cult classic. Pulled from the archives for its 25th anniversary, the Speedcat came back swinging, reminding everyone why it was such a hit in the first place.
Reimagined for a new generation and fuelled by celebrity co-signs, the revived Speedcat sold out almost instantly upon its return. Since then, PUMA’s been dropping fresh colourways and limited-run collabs that give the shoe even more of a collector’s edge. The latest? A sleek, earthy “Haute Coffee” that mirrors the tones of the desert Dua’s driving through, and a bold “Royal Blue” that pops against the landscape like a dream pulled from another dimension.
What makes the Speedcat so special isn’t just its nostalgic charm—it’s the balance it strikes between heritage and reinvention. Whether it’s worn with tracksuits, leather, or Dua’s effortlessly cool road-trip wardrobe, the Speedcat adapts without losing its soul. It’s a shoe that says you know where you came from, but you’re not afraid to rewrite the route.
And that’s exactly what Dua’s doing. She’s rewriting what it means to be on the move—turning a casual cruise into a statement of personal style and freedom. At each stop, the message is clear: this is more than a road trip. It’s a mood, a mindset, and a movement powered by the unmistakable attitude of the Speedcat.
The PUMA Speedcat in “Haute Coffee” and “Royal Blue” is now available at PUMA.com, PUMA flagship stores, and selected retailers, priced at RM549. Whether you’re hitting the gas on your own great escape or just walking your city streets like they’re a racetrack, one thing’s for sure—this icon’s not slowing down anytime soon.
